CAMELS Not this kind!

What does it stand for? Camera Acting Mise en scene Editing Lighting Sound

Camera The three main elements of camera are: Shots Angles Movement Let’s start by looking at shots

extreme long shot long shot (also sometimes called an establishing shot) Often used at the beginning of a scene to show where the scene will take place. In a long shot, it is usually possible to discern individuals but there is also a great deal of background. long shot

full shot mid shot A full shot shows a character from head to toe. Often used when filming conversations. Show character from waist (mid) up. It is one of the most frequently used shots in film and TV. mid shot

close up extreme close up A close up usually shows a character’s face. (Often used when shooting conversations, this is also one of the most frequently used shot sizes in film and television.) close up extreme close up Used to show small details.

Angles Overshot: Camera is positioned directly above the subject. High Angle: The camera is positioned above the subject, looking down at an angle. This aims to make the subject appear smaller, powerless and more vulnerable. Eye Level: Most commonly used camera angle. Creates a sense of normalcy because it is how we see the world. Low Angle: Camera positioned below eye level, looking up, to imply a sense of power and dominance. Undershot: The camera is positioned directly beneath the subject, looking up. Often coupled with point-of-view shots when the character is looking up at something.

Meet Chloe By yourself: Label each picture with the type of camera angle used When you are done, swap with a partner.

Under Shot Eye Level High Angle Low Angle Over Shot

Movement Static Pan Tilt Dolly Crane Handheld Steadicam Zoom Tracking shot Point of view shot

Touch of Evil (1958) What kind of camera movement can you spot? Jot some things down while you watch! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yg8MqjoFvy4

Acting http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7m5Int1hAA Things to think about with acting: Movement Gesture Voice How do these construct a character?

Mise en scene French term that means “placing on stage.” The arrangement of everything that appears in the frame (scene) Actors, lighting, décor, props,

Editing Editing is was brings a film together, all the filming, casting choices, and weeks, months, years of planning can come down to how well a film is edited.

Editing Edit: any change in camera shot Transition: a change in scene or time/location Main types of edits/transitions: cut, fade, dissolve, wipe, clock wipe http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-BrDlrytgm8

Remember: Editing should be seamless and carry meaning. Bad editing draws attention to itself and takes away from the narrative. It creates a barrier between the audience and the story.

Lighting Hard/Soft light Key Light Fill Light Back Light

Key Light The main source of light in a shot or scene. Sparkles and Wine: http://vimeo.com/63602119

Fill Light Light used to make shadow a little bit more visable

Back Light Light is behind the subject, subject is in shadow Sense of darkness/ mystery

Sound Diegetic: This is all the sound that the character would hear. It is the sound IN the film. Non-Diagetic: This is the sound that the audience can hear, but not necessarily the character. Sound track, special effects etc.

Watch this clip What kind of sound is used? What does the sound tell us about what we should expect? (Possible clip from The Princess Bride)